Victorian Glass Tavern Rummer c1860

Description

Heading : Victorian tavern rummer
Date : c1860
Period : Mid 19^th century
Origin : English
Colour : Clear
Bowl : Round funnel
Bowl Features : Thickened glass at the base of the bowl
Stem : Knopped
Stem Features : Capstan Stem
Foot : Plain
Pontil : Snapped
Glass Type : Lead
Size : 4 3/4 inches tall with a 3 3/8 inch bowl and 3 5/8 inch foot
Condition : Excellent
Restoration : None
Weight : 490 Grams

Additional Information : An unsual ‘squat’ form which can be used for wine. ale or large gins.  Made to withstand the rough and tumble of the Victorian drinking establishment. This is a substantial glass.

References :

Rummers and Goblets By Stephen Parry – Page 20 Plate 66.

Decanters and Glasses By Therle Hughes – Page 33 Plate 24.